Winter in Marrakech
Spring and autumn are the most popular times to visit Morocco but the ‘season’ we - secretly - love the most is winter. Why? Because while so many other places are swathed in grey skies and cold weather, Marrakech is soaked with sunshine. The skies
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TOMATO AND ORANGE BLOSSOM WATER JAM
Traditionally this tomato jam is served as part of the medley of cooked Moroccan salads that kick off a grand diffa (banquet in English). It’s sweet, vibrant, and has the flame red intensity of a Marrakech sunset. For many it’s rather intense as a standalone
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Desert Itinerary – From Marrakech to Fez
Most people think of Marrakech as a short-break destination - and many of them fly in and out of the city’s airport. But we’re passionate about the beauty of the whole of Morocco and it’s something we fear many visitors miss out on. This extraordinary country
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BREAKING NEWS: 10 NEW ROOMS OPENING IN OCTOBER
The secret is out. El Fenn is about to get even more beautiful.We’re delighted to announce the opening of ten new rooms and suites in October after expanding into a neighbouring property.It means we’ve also been able to finally link the main building to our
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The Artisans of Morocco: Tadelakt
TRADITIONAL artisanal skills have been passed from generation to generation over centuries in Morocco. They are a fascinating, and integral part, of the culture here. In the first of a new series, we dive into the history and use of one of the most iconic
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The Story of Majorelle Gardens & Top Tips for Visiting
Dramatic cacti and a backdrop of cobalt, yellow and mint make the Majorelle Gardens Insta-fabulous.But they’re not just about picture perfect moments. The story of Majorelle encapsulates the creative history of Marrakech - and its place as a hub for some of the twentieth century’s
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Travelling Alone in Marrakech
We often get asked - usually by women - if travelling alone in Marrakech is safe. The simple answer is you’re as safe here as you are anywhere. But for anyone who’s not a really experienced traveller, coming alone to North Africa alone might feel daunting. We
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The Story of The Sea Green Room
We’re going to let you into a secret: this room is one of our favourites. It might be smaller than some but has the most beautiful light and a view over our central courtyard. Step out of the huge cedar doors and onto a colonnade to
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Beetroot & Citrus Salad
This salad is summer on a plate and is a firm favourite as part of our Signature El Fenn Lunch on the rooftop.If you can’t get hold of blood oranges then just double up the quantity of plain oranges. Serves two INGREDIENTS 350g beetroot 30g butter60g brown sugar 15g
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Top 5 Swimming Pools in Marrakech
Summer days are gorgeous in Marrkaech, but you’ll probably need to cool down every now and again. To help you do that, we’ve picked our top 5 swimming pools where you can relax and have lunch. There’s one in the medina (hmm… wonder which pool that
